Manifest Marine, Ltd.

08/17/2025

Who knew!?

Turns out there is a blues song about yacht insurance... or at least the lack of it:

Face The Facts
composed by: Bill Campbell/Big Joe Maher/P. Maher/Rob McNelley
performed by: Big Joe & The Dynaflows
© 2010 Severn Records, Inc.

When the clock goes off in the morning,
I know I got to go.
I gotta get out of here,
'Cause I need the dough.

You gotta face the facts.
Yeah, brother, you gotta face the facts.
You gotta face the facts:
Brother, you got to get up and go.

Alls I feel like doing is
Lyin' in the bed,
But the boss is tyrant,
And the banker's sittin' on my head.

You gotta face the facts.
Brother, you gotta face the facts.
You gotta face the facts:
You gotta get up and go.

[instrumental break]

Sometimes I think about cash,
And I do mean a lot:
So much I wouldn't care if some fool
WRECKED MY YACHT.

You gotta face the facts.
Brother, you gotta face the facts.
You gotta face the facts:
You got to get up and go.

When I'm turnin' in my driveway,
I think about this mess.
To ease my troubled mind,
Crown Royal works best.

You gotta face the facts.
Yeah, you gotta face the facts.
You gotta face the facts:
Brother, you got to get up and go.

listen here:

Listen to Face The Facts by Big Joe & The Dynaflows on

07/18/2025

If you are ever unsure about whether a hole in your boat is cause for concern, rather than relying on social media, please contact your friendly marine insurance broker who will be happy to help you figure it out (or file a claim for you if it's too late.)

11/24/2023

This week, besides being thankful for a bountiful fall harvest, we are also grateful for all our clients, especially all the 'J's who we spoke with on Tuesday! Coincidences like this are fascinating, aren't they?

Even if your name doesn't start with the letter 'J', feel free to give us a call.

01/21/2022

If you can't successfully pass this test, I'm afraid we will have to double your premium... 😉

03/13/2020

We were pleased that Practical Sailor magazine took notice of Gary's concern about an insurance article published in their January 2020 issue. Please read his letter to the editor which they published this month, and if you, too, need a better marine insurance broker, just ASK.ManifestMarine.com.

08/01/2017

Gary's personal brokerage service has been spun off to Manifest Marine, where he can now offer even better service in conjunction with IMIS.

Like the dolphin in the IMIS logo, International Marine Insurance Services is known for its service to mariners in their time of need.

Whenever you have need of marine insurance service, just:

ASK.ManifestMarine.com

11/24/2016

A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDERS:

International Marine Insurance Services (IMIS) recently joined forces with Gowrie Group, a national leader in marine insurance.

When we started IMIS back in 1987, our sole focus was helping our fellow boaters and cruisers secure the insurance coverage needed to protect their boats and boating lifestyle. We have spent the last 29 years committed to doing just that and have been serving you with dedication, honesty, and professionalism.

As we begin our new chapter with the Gowrie Group team, we believe you will find their shared love of boating, commitment to their clients, and dedication to service excellence will feel very familiar to you. Together, in our new combined organization, we will be able to deliver to you even better services and the broader insurance solutions you have been asking us for.

If you have any questions at all, please reach out to us anytime. You can also learn more by reading a copy of the Press Release at [link deprecated] .

In the meantime, we wish you fair winds and a very happy Thanksgiving.

Sincerely,

~GARY GOLDEN, co-Founder

11/10/2016

Important News - IMIS Joined Forces with Gowrie Group!

As of November 1st, IMIS became part of Gowrie Group, a nationally recognized, independent marine insurance agency. As a combined agency we are able to provide you with a broader range of insurance coverages, enhanced risk management, and exceptional client service.

Gowrie Group, like us, began with a simple mission – insuring boats and protecting their owners. Over the past 40+ years, Gowrie Group has grown into a prominent, national agency with expertise in many insurance niches include boat/yachts, yacht club, business, non-profit, home/auto, coastal properties, equine, health, employee benefits, and more.

As we move forward together, your insurance coverage will remain the same and your direct relationship with IMIS will continue forward seamlessly. Our team will continue to service you out of our Grasonville office and our contact information will remain the same.

Learn more about Gowrie Group and read the Press Release Announcement about the combined organization on www.gowrie.com.

If you have any questions about our merger into Gowrie Group, please contact the IMIS team directly at [email address deprecated] or [phone number deprecated].

07/24/2016

IMIS' Jackline Insurance Program is now another option for IMIS clients headed to do good work in Cuba.

New Cuba insurance options offered by IMIS

05/30/2016

A message from IMIS Vice-president Gary Golden:

Some people scoff at the notion of recreational pursuits on this otherwise somber Memorial Day, but I suggest that our ability to follow such pursuits is a demonstration of the successful achievements of those who have sacrificed themselves for our physical security here in America and for Americans abroad. And, since my chosen profession is providing financial security for an important segment of those recreational pursuits, here I am at my office on this holiday working... Stay safe on the water and wherever else you may be today.